Companion Links
Stavanger
Strong ties have developed over the years between the two dioceses, with teams making reciprocal visits. Both Cathedral choirs have also exchanged visits. For Bishop Rob's enthronmenet in 2025, the Bishop of Stavanger and senior staff visited our diocese. We have representatives of the Norwegian Mission Society working in our diocese. Partnership Agreements have been signed between our two dioceses .
Convener - Stavanger Companion Link
The Ven Vernon Ross
The Vicarage
Windermere Road
Lindale in Cartmel
Grange over Sands
Cumbria
LA11 6LB
T: 015395 34717
E: archdeacon.south@carlislediocese.org.uk
Zululand
There have been numerous reciprocal visits from clergy and laity between the dioceses of Carlisle and Zululand. Meanwhile farming projects in Zululand benefited from a three-year Bishop's Harvest Appeal commitment.
Convener - Zululand Companion Link
The Rev Philip Dorling
The Rectory
Wasdale Road
Gosforth
CA20 1BG
T: 07500 239684
E: philipdorling123@btinternet.com
Northern Argentina
Following the establishment of the link in 1995 we have supported a range of projects from a soup kitchen to refurbishment of the bungalow for the then Bishop. A 'Faith in Partnership' agreement was signed by both Diocesan bishops. A number of exchange visits by clergy and lay people have taken place and through our Bishop's Harvest Appeal we continue to offer further support (in tandem with Church Mission Society) for a seminary.
Convener - Northern Argentina Companion Link
The Ven Stewart Fyfe
Holme Cultram Vicarage
Abbeytown
Wigton
CA7 4SP
T: 07552 428772
E: archdeacon.west@carlislediocese.org.uk